Column Cover Removal/Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Mazda 626. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the screws to remove the column cover.
Disconnect the ignition key illumination connector.

Fig 1: Removing/Installing Column Cover
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Install in the reverse order of removal.